Officials in Bali have revealed that the island is on track to not only fulfill but likely surpass tourism targets this year. This comes as welcome news to tourism businesses on the island who are still feeling the economic impacts of the pandemic. In a statement released earlier this week, the Central Statistics Agency (BPS) …
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Turtle conservation is one of the most important wildlife protection projects in Bali. These endangered creatures are under threat as their coastal nesting grounds become increasingly urbanized or degraded. Turtles are also highly under threat due to poaching. Thankfully in Bali, turtle conservation projects have been underway for decades. One of the most famous turtle …
The conversation around tourists behaving badly in Bali continues this week after another altercation between a local man and a tourist has gone viral. In the video, a foreigner can be seen pushing a local man after what has been reported online as a traffic violation. In the video, the local man, reported to be …
Bali is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Offering the full spectrum of tourism experiences, from the ultra-luxurious to the shoestring, from the mountain tops to the coral reefs, from family-friendly holidays to the soul-searching solo journey, Bali’s tourism industry offers it all. For years now, political leaders and stakeholders in …
There is uproar in Bali as yet another foreigner has posted a photograph online of themselves posing inappropriately at a sacred site. The image, which has gone viral, has triggered the online community to condemn such disrespectful actions. The news comes as tensions in Bali are running high as a special task force has been …
Tanah Lot Temple is one of Bali’s most famous and culturally significant landmarks. The coastal temple attracts millions of visitors every year, with people from all over the world heading to the sacred site to soak up the view and take those all-important photos. Now, officials who manage the temple are sharing some important new …
Following a series of high-profile cases of bad behavior from tourists in Bali, officials on the island are taking a stand. In recent weeks the Governor of Bali, Wayan Koster, announced a crackdown on badly behaved tourists, including deploying a specialist task force. Now, officials have confirmed they are creating a special guidebook for all …
Ubud is one of Bali’s most popular tourist destinations. Home to spectacular palaces, ancient temples, and some of the country’s best restaurants, it is easy to see why the town never goes out of fashion. The topic of traffic and tourism has hit the headlines once again recently. Ubud, even in low season, feels busier …
In recent weeks there has been an explosion of opinion, outrage, and action against ‘naughty’ foreigners in Bali. From deportations to restorative justice meetings to fines for bad driving, some have observed that the island has become a hostile place for tourists. In reality, hostility is mostly a symptom of online dialogue. Local leaders have …
A small minority of tourists in Bali have been getting a heap of bad press in the last few weeks. And with good reason. Following instruction from Bali’s Governor, Wayan Koster, authorities have doubled down on taking action against ‘bad bules’. This has included cracking down on foreigners breaking the conditions of their visas, driving …
In the last few weeks, a series of massive changes to the way tourists can explore Bali has been proposed by Governor Wayan Koster. The proposed changes received a mixed response from locals and tourists alike. Now local leaders are asking Governor Koster to consider the negative impacts a ban on tourists driving mopeds would …
Do you think you’re a good tourist? Do you always read up on local customs before you travel? Do you try to learn a little of the language of the place you’re visiting? Do you support local businesses and explore off-the-beaten paths? Of course, you do! We all like to think we’re excellent tourists, and …